Avonside - Dallington, Christchurch

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1680 days ago

You're invited : Hauora at Home

Green Prescription Canterbury

Please join our Green Prescription team for Hauora at Home - a FREE 28 day well-being calendar.

Simply phone 0800 22 84 83 for your calendar and free one-on-one consultation.

Being active is so important to our physical and emotional health. Call us today to connect with our team with … View more
Please join our Green Prescription team for Hauora at Home - a FREE 28 day well-being calendar.

Simply phone 0800 22 84 83 for your calendar and free one-on-one consultation.

Being active is so important to our physical and emotional health. Call us today to connect with our team with expertise in supporting you to be active and keep well in isolation.

Free service for Cantabrians
Ongoing support with activity programme
Optional nutrition support
Links to activities and inspiration for yourself or your whanau

Our team of health advisors is Christchurch, Ashburton and Timaru based. Talk to someone who understands. We look forward to hearing from you.
Find out more

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1680 days ago

We're keen to hear about your health care

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

The Sunday Star-Times is looking to speak to a patient who has recently had some experience of the health system - either receiving treatment in a hospital or clinic or at an ED - and would be willing to talk about their experience, and how it could have been made better, either by shorter wait … View moreThe Sunday Star-Times is looking to speak to a patient who has recently had some experience of the health system - either receiving treatment in a hospital or clinic or at an ED - and would be willing to talk about their experience, and how it could have been made better, either by shorter wait times, better communication or level of care. We'd need you to be happy to be identified and photographed (from a distance). If you think you can help, please email senior journalist Andrea Vance on andrea.vance@stuff.co.nz.

1680 days ago

Flu Vaccine Clinic

Katrina from Unichem Brighton Village Pharmacy

We are currently running a drop in clinic Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5.00pm for people eligible for the funded flu vaccine.
- 65 years or older
- Those 13 years or older with certain chronic health conditions
- Pregnant Women

We are being advised by the Ministry of Health that we should be able … View more
We are currently running a drop in clinic Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5.00pm for people eligible for the funded flu vaccine.
- 65 years or older
- Those 13 years or older with certain chronic health conditions
- Pregnant Women

We are being advised by the Ministry of Health that we should be able to begin vaccinating any one else from Tuesday 28th April.

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1681 days ago

Waimakariri District Council COVID19 Info

Waimakariri District Council

While Council buildings may be closed we are still here to help.
We encourage people to conduct business with us online or over the phone and will be posting regular updates on our website and social media channels regarding how we intend to maintain service levels within these new restrictions.
Find out more

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1686 days ago

Single mum's tiny house lockdown

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

Following on from yesterday's tiny house story, here's single mum Shaye sharing her experience in isolation

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1681 days ago

Grand Designs NZ build 18 months on

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

The Grand Designs NZ show featuring the magnificent Britten Stables project in Christchurch has aired again on Three. Isabelle and Tim tell us how they've fared, pre- and post-lockdown.

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1681 days ago

How will you commemorate Anzac Day this year?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

This year's Anzac Day will take a very different shape with a virtual dawn service, but Kiwis are still being asked to stand to commemorate those who have served for us.

The Royal New Zealand Returned Services Association and the New Zealand Defence Force will host a virtual dawn service for … View more
This year's Anzac Day will take a very different shape with a virtual dawn service, but Kiwis are still being asked to stand to commemorate those who have served for us.

The Royal New Zealand Returned Services Association and the New Zealand Defence Force will host a virtual dawn service for the first time in its more than 100-year history this Anzac Day. Find out more here.

How will you commemorate Anzac Day this year? Send us a PM or an email - reporters@press.co.nz - or comment below.

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1693 days ago

Are you OK?

The Team from Canterbury Police

Your emotional and mental wellbeing is important. It is normal to feel stressed or lonely when self-isolating, but there are some things you can do to feel better.

Even if you are not sick you may be feeling anxious about COVID-19. This is normal.

Reach out to your family and whānau, friends… View more
Your emotional and mental wellbeing is important. It is normal to feel stressed or lonely when self-isolating, but there are some things you can do to feel better.

Even if you are not sick you may be feeling anxious about COVID-19. This is normal.

Reach out to your family and whānau, friends and workmates. Sharing how we feel and offering support to others is important.

We want to remind you that if you or someone you know is struggling right now, there is free help available.

See below a list of helplines throughout New Zealand ?

Kia Kaha Aotearoa.

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1688 days ago

All eyes on the tiny house

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

Tiny house builders have had a surge in interest during the lockdown, some from families that are 'herding'

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1681 days ago

All the fun of the farmers' market without leaving the house

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Hamish and Suzy Hutton were already planning to launch an online farmers' market when coronavirus ignited the global online food shopping craze.

Luckily for them, they'd already done the hard yards, building the platform, testing the site and enticing dozens of artisan suppliers to get … View more
Hamish and Suzy Hutton were already planning to launch an online farmers' market when coronavirus ignited the global online food shopping craze.

Luckily for them, they'd already done the hard yards, building the platform, testing the site and enticing dozens of artisan suppliers to get on board.

The pressure to help suppliers get their goods out swiftly convinced the Canterbury couple to bring the site to life early, launching the Marker2u shop in late March.

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1682 days ago

#WATCH: Coronavirus: Sound of crunching leaves deafening in central Christchurch

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Christchurch's suburbs are packed with walkers and cyclists as queues form outside local dairies, yet the central city remains eerily quiet and empty.

1683 days ago

Grab yourself a cuppa...

Toastmasters

Director-General of Health, Ashley Bloomfield’s strong presence fronting updates about the COVID-19 pandemic, is an example of the importance of being able to command an audience, be an effective communicator, and speak with confidence.

Using self-paced learning, Toastmasters undertake an … View more
Director-General of Health, Ashley Bloomfield’s strong presence fronting updates about the COVID-19 pandemic, is an example of the importance of being able to command an audience, be an effective communicator, and speak with confidence.

Using self-paced learning, Toastmasters undertake an educational programme that promotes these competencies, and also teaches effective listening, thinking on your feet, leadership skills, and giving and receiving constructive feedback.

Amid lockdown, many of New Zealand’s Toastmasters clubs have transitioned to holding their regular meetings online to allow the continuation of personal and professional development while providing social interaction.

To find a meeting near you, visit http://www.toastmasters.org.nz/find_your_voice
Learn more

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1685 days ago

How are your pets handling lockdown? Share your photos below!

Neighbourly.co.nz

This is Lulu from Mount Eden in Auckland, who has gone from having almost no-one home at the same time to having seven flatmates home almost all the time and this is how she feels about it...

Who are your bubble pets? Share your photos of your pets in the comments below - whether it’s helping … View more
This is Lulu from Mount Eden in Auckland, who has gone from having almost no-one home at the same time to having seven flatmates home almost all the time and this is how she feels about it...

Who are your bubble pets? Share your photos of your pets in the comments below - whether it’s helping you work from home, on a local neighbourhood walk getting some exercise, or any cute, fun, and funny photos!

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1688 days ago

SuperSeniors COVID-19 special edition Newsletter

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

The Office for Seniors is working hard to keep you informed throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

Our most recent COVID-19 special edition Newsletter includes phone numbers for all regional civil defence teams, they can help you if you are struggling to access your supermarket … View more
Hi Neighbours!

The Office for Seniors is working hard to keep you informed throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

Our most recent COVID-19 special edition Newsletter includes phone numbers for all regional civil defence teams, they can help you if you are struggling to access your supermarket essentials.

It also includes details on COVID-19 related scams and what to look out for to stay safe.

Read the newsletter here: bit.ly...

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1685 days ago

Sign a new gardener up for our free weekly sow and grow advice!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week's issue we say Asian greens are quick and easy for impatient gardeners. Plus check out shrubs to grow from hardwood cuttings, go on an autumn pest patrol, tidy up the vege patch, save nuts from rats and get ready for bad weather.

Read about growing herbs from cuttings and seeds. … View more
In this week's issue we say Asian greens are quick and easy for impatient gardeners. Plus check out shrubs to grow from hardwood cuttings, go on an autumn pest patrol, tidy up the vege patch, save nuts from rats and get ready for bad weather.

Read about growing herbs from cuttings and seeds. We also have some great prizes up for grabs, including Thrive Citrus Plant Food from Yates and Green Feed seed packs from Burnet’s.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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